Amicus
Curiae

Amicus Curiae meaning

Amicus Curiae literally translated from Latin is "friend of the court." A third party that does not represent any of the parties involved and is brought in by the court to provide an impartial opinion. Plural is "amici curiae." In general, it refers to a person or organisation that is not a party to an action but has a significant interest in the subject matter of the case.

What is Amicus Curiae

In UK courts, an Amicus Curiae is an individual or group who has been invited or given permission to provide information to assist the court in making a decision. Amici may file written briefs or make oral arguments in court, and their opinions carry weight, although they do not have the right to participate in the main proceedings of the case. The court can benefit from the expertise and diverse perspectives of amici, and their submissions may help clarify complex legal issues. The role of the Amicus Curiae is to assist the court in making an informed decision, and they are appointed by the court itself. The use of Amicus Curiae is not common in the UK, but it can be important in complex or high-profile cases where the court may benefit from additional knowledge or insight. The Amicus Curiae does not represent any party to the legal action nor do they provide evidence, but rather provide an impartial and objective opinion.

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